The Osun State Command of the Nigeria Police has announced that knockouts, bangers, fireworks, and other explosives are banned during the Yuletide festivities.
The police command also prohibits street carnivals throughout the state.
A statement by Isyaku Mohammed, the Osun State Commissioner of Police, issued by the command’s spokesperson, Yemisi Opalola, on Tuesday said: “Members of the public are warned to desist from selling, buying, and making use of these items, especially during this yuletide season.
“These fireworks are a class of low-explosive pyrotechnic devices and fireworks that pose risks of causing injury to people and damage to properties.
“This could also cause distraction that may constitute a threat to the security of members of the public, most especially in residential areas, worship, events, relaxation and recreation centres, and motor parks.”
Concerning street carnivals, the Commissioner of Police said: “The street carnival will not be tolerated in whatever form or guise. Therefore, all organisers of carnivals are enjoined to hire halls or use gated compounds to carry out and celebrate their festivals.
“This warning becomes imperative as miscreants and hoodlums may capitalise on the Yuletide to carry out their nefarious activities under the guise of celebration.”
